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Denim Jacket Outfits To Fashion Up Your Off-Duty Look
Denim jackets always seem poised for a 'big return'. But then, perhaps, they never really ever go away. Here are some denim jacket outfits to help you style your fave wardrobe staple.
Denim jackets always seem poised for a 'big return'. But then, perhaps, they never really ever go away. Lightweight enough to throw on over a summer dress, but versatile enough that they'll protect you from unpredictable British weather, they're an easy piece of transitional outerwear. And considering denim jackets have popped up on the runways of Balenciaga, Miu Miu, Chanel, Off-White, Kenzo and Vetements, for such a casual item, they sure have high fashion credentials. Denim jacket outfits can often be a misstep, however, by dressing an outfit down too far. The wrong kind of denim can cheapen a look. So to help you figure out your denim jacket outfit and how to style it, we've collected some great inspiration:
Button Up Your Denim Jacket
Cropped and short denim jackets are the most dangerous, in that they can lack fashion credentials when thrown over any old outfit. A simple trick for smartening up your denim jacket is to select one with a nice collar, and button it up all the way. Preppy, yes, but it's a deliberate look.
Opt For Vintage
As we all turn more and more to sustainable fashion choices, with vintage stores becoming a frequent hang out, rooting around in the archives is an excellent way to get your hands on some fabulous older denim pieces. How about an 80s batwing sleeved denim jacket?
Pale Denim
Your average stone-washed or distressed denims might err on the side of too casual, but selecting either a crisp, thick and super pale denim, or a deep indigo shade is a great way to make a look seem more expensive and put-together.
Play With Proportion
Either a cropped style or a longer style like this 70s inspired utility jacket can really add extra dynamic to your outfit.
Choose Men's Tailoring
Not so oversized as to be a baggy mess, but a jacket with a more masculine tailored structure, paired with some more fitted trousers, gives a cool silhouette.
The Canadian Tuxedo
Do double denim if you dare, but select a matching style with a bit of pizzazz. This cropped denim jacket and jeans combo is luxe, glam and a fun all at the same time.
A Denim Duster Jacket
Duster jackets come and go, but they are a lovely lightweight outerwear option for the choppy British Spring weather. And this dark denim duster over a denim button-through dress is definitely fashion-forward.
Layer Your Denim With More Outerwear
Got an old denim jacket kicking about at the back of the wardrobe and you're unsure whether it's an in-season cut? Make like Chrissy Rutherford and double up your outerwear, with the denim jacket first and a voluminous jacket or trench coat over the top.
Chic Asymmetry
Fashion loves an asymmetrical look, whether it's a bias cut skirt or misaligned lapels. You can either take an old denim jacket and deliberately button it up on an angle, or you can find yourself an asymmetrical style to buy.
Tie Dye Denim
Tie dye is back, in a big way for 2020 and beyond. Don't believe us? Check out our dedicated tie dye shopping gallery. So strike while the iron is hot and invest in a surfer-chic tie dye piece.
Go The Western Route
Cowboy fashion is as genderless as it is ageless. Western denim styles hardly ever fall foul of the fashion set.
All Out Denim Fiesta
Perhaps not most suited to a casual brunch or outing to the park, but if you're looking to make a statement and you've got the right event to go to, we're here to suggest you can do a top-to-toe denim look without slipping into Britney and Justin 2001 territory.
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